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David Marcus Brown, age 56, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at U.K. Medical Center in Lexington, KY.
Born in Corbin, KY, David was a hardworking man who enjoyed staying busy and working with his hands. He had a natural talent for mechanics and further developed his skills by attending mechanic trade school, where he refined the craft he loved. Throughout the years, he worked at a variety of repair shops, finding satisfaction in fixing equipment and solving problems that others could not. He had a special appreciation for old cars and was an avid collector of tools. Whether he needed them or not, David believed it was always better to be prepared.
He was preceded in death by his son, Cody McFarland, and his stepfather, Roy Hammons.
David is survived by his mother, Beverly Hammons; brothers, Herschel Wells and Paul W. Brown; nephews, Cody Wells and Caleb Wells; niece, Nikki Wells; aunts, Ruth Newberry and Lisa Adams and numerous cousins and friends who loved him dearly.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home, where his funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m.
Burial will follow at Cumberland Memorial Gardens in Lily, KY.
Arrangements are entrusted to Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home. Messages of condolence may be written to the family at vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com.
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